Itinerary
- Day 1
Dublin to Kinsale
This morning you'll leave Dublin and head through the countryside toward two castles that shaped Irish history. The Rock of Cashel comes first, where you'll climb up to see the round tower and take in views across the surrounding landscape. Later you'll move on to Blarney Castle to kiss the famous stone, then wander through Kinsale with its narrow streets, historic waterfront, and shops selling local goods. By evening you'll settle into your accommodation there.
- Start point
- Ashling Hotel, Parkgate St, Dublin, D07, Ireland (Meeting point: The Ashling Hotel Dublin,10 - 13 Parkgate St, Stoneybatter, Dublin 8, D08 P38N, 08:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Actons Hotel Kinsale )
Included Activities
- Explore Rock of Cashel - medieval round tower, cathedral, and chapel
- Blarney Castle & Gardens - kiss the Blarney Stone and stroll through gardens
- Guided walking tour of Kinsale historic port town
Landmarks/POIs Rock of Cashel Blarney Castle 
- Day 2
Kinsale to Dingle
You'll travel west through green countryside to reach Kenmare, stopping for lunch and browsing Irish crafts. After that, it's on to Killarney National Park where you can see Muckross House and walk around the lakes. Torc Waterfall is on the route too if you want to photograph it. The day ends in colorful Dingle, which sits right on the bay with great harbor views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Dingle Marina Lodge)
Included Activities
- Explore Killarney National Park - Muckross House, lakes, and Torc Waterfall
Optional Activities
- Browse Irish crafts and shops in Kenmare
Landmarks/POIs Killarney National Park Muckross House Torc Waterfall 
- Day 3
Dingle
Dingle offers choices today. You can paddle out on the bay with experienced guides, climb up to Eask Tower for views, or spend time in the craft shops and galleries around town. Later you'll take the Slea Head Drive, a scenic route with plenty of spots to stop and photograph the landscape. You might see baby lambs grazing along the way. Back in Dingle by evening, the harbor makes for another nice walk before dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Dingle Marina Lodge)
Included Activities
- Kayaking on Dingle Bay with expert guides
Optional Activities
- Visit Eask Tower for views of Dingle Bay
- Browse craft shops and galleries
- Cafe culture and dining experiences
Landmarks/POIs Eask Tower Slea Head 
- Day 4
Dingle to Clare
The day starts with a drive over Conor Pass, Ireland's highest mountain road, with dramatic scenery on all sides. You'll stop to watch a sheepdog demonstration where trained border collies work with their handlers. After crossing the Shannon by ferry into County Clare, you'll hike along the Cliffs of Moher with a local guide who can explain the geology and history. By evening you're settled in either Doolin or Spanish Point.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Moloney House), Hotel (Armada Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sheepdog demonstration - border collies in action
- Ferry crossing of the Shannon River
- Cliffs of Moher guided hike with local guides
Landmarks/POIs Conor Pass Cliffs of Moher 
- Day 5
Clare to Galway
A ferry takes you out to Inis Oírr, the smallest of the Aran Islands, known for its stone walls and quiet character. You'll bike around the island on quiet lanes past old shipwrecks, wildflowers, and ancient sites. The ferry ride back gives you sea-level views of the Cliffs of Moher. Once back on the mainland, you'll explore the limestone terrain of Burren National Park before heading to Galway.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Galmont Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ferry to Inis Oírr (Iniseer) - smallest Aran Island
- Self-guided bike exploration of Inis Oírr
- Ferry return to mainland with Cliffs of Moher views
Optional Activities
- Gentle walks through Burren National Park
Landmarks/POIs Inis Oírr Burren National Park 
- Day 6
Galway to Westport
This morning and early afternoon in Galway are yours to use however you like. Walk through the colorful streets, pick up local crafts, or sit in one of the cafés. You'll join a food tour later where guides take you around to taste local specialties and talk about the food scene. Then you'll drive through Connemara with its lakes and green valleys, finishing the day in Westport, which has good restaurants and live music.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wyatt Hotel)
Included Activities
- Walking food tour of Galway with local guides
Optional Activities
- Free time in Galway to explore streets and shops
- Cafe culture in Galway
Landmarks/POIs Connemara - Day 7
Westport to Donegal
Start the morning in Westport by walking along the Quay or visiting Westport House if you're interested in the historical building. On the drive east, Benbulben Mountain rises up as a striking landmark with stories from Irish folklore attached to it. You'll travel through the day and arrive at Lough Eske Castle in Donegal, a lakeside property, where you'll stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lough Eske Castle)
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Westport Quay
- Visit Westport House
Landmarks/POIs Westport House Benbulben Mountain 
- Day 8
Donegal to Derry
You'll drive through Glengesh Pass, one of Ireland's most dramatic mountain roads. Later you'll visit Ardara Distillery to taste locally made Irish whiskey and learn about the production. In the afternoon you reach Derry for a walking tour of the walled city, where a guide explains the layers of Irish history. You'll stay overnight in Derry, which has plenty of restaurants and pubs.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Shipquay)
Included Activities
- Ardara Distillery tour and Irish whiskey tasting
- Guided walking tour of Derry walled city with historical insights
Landmarks/POIs Glengesh Pass Derry City Walls 
- Day 9
Derry to Belfast
Giant's Causeway comes first on the itinerary, where you'll see thousands of hexagonal basalt stones and hear the myths connected to the site. From there you'll drive along the Causeway Coastal Route, which is one of the most scenic drives in Ireland with spots to stop and photograph. You'll pass Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and Dunluce Castle along the way. By evening you're in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter with its street art, pubs, and restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ten Square Hotel)
Included Activities
- Giant's Causeway UNESCO World Heritage Site
Optional Activities
- Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge experience
- Dunluce Castle views
Landmarks/POIs Giant's Causeway Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Dunluce Castle 
- Day 10
Belfast to Dublin
You'll spend time at Titanic Belfast exploring the museum and the story of the ship. Later you'll visit the Battle of the Boyne site and its interpretive center to learn about that historical event. After that, you'll have a relaxing transfer back to Dublin, giving you time to reflect on the 10-day journey through Ireland and talk about all you've seen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Titanic Belfast world-class museum experience
- Battle of the Boyne site and interpretive center
Landmarks/POIs Titanic Belfast Battle of the Boyne Site 
